NEWS & POLICY REPORTS
The week in hemp policy, on the record.
Weekly policy reports from AHAA's federal affairs team every bill, committee vote, and state threat that moves, tracked and explained in plain language.
January Hemp Legislation Updates
Jan 31, 2025
In January 2025, several U.S. states introduced new legislation impacting hemp and industrial hemp industries. These updates include regu...
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Hemp in Hawaii: Cultivating a New Frontier
Jan 20, 2025
Hawaii is paving the way for a hemp revolution with SB620, a visionary bill aimed at sustainability, economic growth, and consumer safety...
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Protect the Future of Hemp: Urgent Action Needed on the Mary Miller Amendment
Jan 13, 2025
The hemp industry faces a dire threat from the Mary Miller Amendment, a proposal embedded in the House Farm Bill and FY 25 Agriculture/FD...
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The Failure of HB 4293: What It Means for Illinois Residents
Jan 10, 2025
House Bill 4293’s defeat in Illinois sends ripples through the hemp industry and public health discussions statewide. While intended to p...
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Industry Updates: Major Developments in the Hemp and Cannabis Sectors
Dec 27, 2024
The hemp and cannabis industries are evolving rapidly as federal funding decisions, legal battles, and state-specific reforms shape the l...
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The Fight for Fair Regulation: Cubbington's Cabinet and the Future of Wellness Businesses in Illinois
Dec 20, 2024
Explore how HB4293 threatens small wellness businesses like Cubbington's Cabinet in Illinois. Learn about the potential impact on consum...
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How You Can Help Shape the Future of Hemp Across the United States
Dec 16, 2024
Discover how you can help shape the future of hemp in the United States. Learn about the economic, environmental, and agricultural benefi...
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Threat or Opportunity? The 2024 Farm Bill's Impact on the Hemp Industry
Dec 6, 2024
The 2024 Farm Bill introduces significant changes for the hemp industry, proposing a stricter definition of hemp based on a total THC sta...
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Kentucky's Groundbreaking Step: The Medical Cannabis Dispensary Lottery Results
Dec 2, 2024
Kentucky has entered a new era with its first-ever medical cannabis dispensary lottery, granting licenses to 36 businesses across the sta...
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